The Duran Podcast Europe and Israel Decline & Fragment - Alastair Crooke, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Mar 15, 2025 
Join Alastair Crooke, a seasoned diplomat with deep insights into geopolitical affairs, alongside Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen, as they dissect Europe's shifting landscape. They dive into the complex motivations behind U.S. policies in Ukraine and question the future of NATO. The conversation also reveals Israel's internal struggles, including political fragmentation and societal divides. Plus, they scrutinize the dangers of militarization in Europe and its potential fallout, highlighting an urgent need for a reevaluation of strategies.
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European Panic
- Europe seems to be panicking and looking for alternatives.
- They are unhappy with the current status quo and the potential fragmentation of the NATO system.
Europe's Role in a Post-NATO World
- The US push to end the Ukraine war isn't popular in Europe.
- There are discussions on whether Europe can replace the US if NATO fragments, but concerns remain about resources and unity.
Conflicting Approaches to the Ukraine War
- Before a meeting with Americans, Ukrainians, influenced by the British, favored a different approach to the war's end.
- This approach, including security guarantees, was rejected by the Americans in favor of a simple ceasefire.